May weather forecastGudivada, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is a scorching month in Gudivada, India, with an average temperature varying between 41.1°C (106°F) and 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

In Gudivada, the highest average temperatures are observed in May, with a high of 41.1°C (106°F) and a low of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 61°C (141.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged as exceedingly dangerous, with heatstroke looming.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 53%.

Rainfall

In Gudivada, in May, during 3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113 rainfall days, and 349mm (13.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Gudivada is 12h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of May, in Gudivada, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Gudivada is May, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

May is the month with the highest UV index in Gudivada, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 9 transforms into these recommendations:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher.